Safe With Me chords - Bryan Zach

How to Play "Safe With Me" Guitar chords

[Intro]
E
No man, I've driven down that Washington coast, and it's beautiful, reminds me of the girl that I love.
 
{Chuckles} I'm serious
 
 
[Verse 1]
E
I never wanted any part of love
E                               A
I'd leave it to the God above my head
E
But a pretty girl had a different plan
E                              A
She wanted me to be her man instead
E
Call me a liar and paint it black
E                                          A
I don't think that I'm coming back from this, her kiss
E                                                                         A
Lock it down, throw away the key, and pray that she don't run away from me I guess, I guess
 
 
[Chorus]

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                 C#m    B
'Cause we ain't going down
      A                  E
I'll lift you off the ground
            C#m              B              A E
And you'll hear those bells sound, one day
              C#m    B
And it won't end in shame
                     A        E
I don't think this love's a game
      C#m           B            A
And darlin' all I want you to see
                        E     A
Your heart is safe with me
                E
Your heart is safe with me
 
 
[Verse 2]
E
You were taller than the trees
E                                             A
That we would lay under and see, when we were young
E                                                                 A
And those songs that you would sing, as I laughed quietly, while you sung
 
 
[Chorus]
                 C#m   B
'Cause we ain't going down
       A                E
I'll lift you off the ground
                      C#m    B             A E
And you'll hear those bells sound, one day
              C#m     B
And it won't end in shame
                    A        E
I don't think this love's a game
       C#m          B           A
And darlin' all I want you to see
                        E     A
Your heart is safe with me
       E
Your heart is safe with me
           C#m          B
'Cause we ain't going down
       A                E
I'll lift you off the ground
            C#m              B             A E
And you'll hear those bells sound, one day
              A        E
And it won't end in shame
                     C#m      B
I don't think this love's a game
         A            E              A
'Cause darlin' all I want you to see
                         E
Your heart is safe with me
                                A   E
Your heart is safe with me


How to play "Safe With Me" by Bryan Zach on guitar.

This song combines a soothing melody with heartfelt lyrics, set against 
a backdrop of guitar chords that create an intimate atmosphere. Here's 
how to play it, with a focus on chord progressions and strumming patterns.

Chord Shapes:
The song uses the chords E, A, C#m, and B. It's essential to get 
comfortable with these chords, especially transitioning between them 
smoothly, as the song's emotional depth relies heavily on these changes.

Intro:
The intro features a spoken word part over an E chord, setting an 
intimate tone for the song:
E
"No man, I've driven down that Washington coast..."

Verse Chord Progression:
The verses maintain a simple progression, primarily alternating between 
E and A. This simplicity lays a solid foundation for the lyrics:
E
"I never wanted any part of love"
E                               A
"I'd leave it to the God above my head"

Chorus Chord Progression:
The chorus introduces a more complex progression with C#m, B, A, and E, 
creating a lift that emphasizes the song's theme of assurance and comfort:
C#m   B        A                E
"'Cause we ain't going down, I'll lift you off the ground"

Strumming Pattern:
A straightforward down-up strumming pattern can work well with this song. 
Focus on accentuating the first beat of each measure to drive the song's 
rhythmic feel. Adjust the strumming dynamics to match the emotional intensity 
of the lyrics.

Song Structure:
Understanding the song's structure will help you navigate through the 
progressions. The pattern of Verse, Chorus repeats, with slight variations 
in lyrics and an emphasis on the chorus to bring the song's message home.

Lyrics Meaning:
"Safe With Me" is a tender declaration of steadfast love and protection. 
The imagery of driving down the Washington coast and reminiscing about 
youthful love sets a nostalgic scene. The chorus, with its promises of 
lifting one's partner off the ground and ensuring their heart is safe, 
conveys a deep commitment and assurance. It's a song that captures the 
essence of unconditional love, offering a sense of security and belonging 
to the listener.